1 - Ask your friends and peers. These first hand experiences should be the most valued.
2 - Search the web. It's true that the construction industry has been slow to adopt technology, however there are many reputable companies with a strong reputation online. A quick Google search will often show standout companies locally.
3-Ask other trade contractors you already trust. Different trades in construction often work alongside each other during a project. It's always obvious who the reputable contractors are when you're collaborating in 1 project.
4-DON'T ever trust a contactor that expects to be fully paid before a job is complete. If the payment schedule seems to lean in the contractors favor, consider searching further.
5-Ask if they can give you a lead time. Often if a contactor can't give you an estimated time to complete a project they really just don't know how long it will take.

At Hillcrest Cabinets we strive in providing the best possible experience for our clients. Give us a call we would love to chat about a project your have in mind.

Thanks for choosing us as one of the top cabinet shops. we look forward to serving North Bay for many years.

​The latest on kitchen design, and tasty recipes

Without having your kitchen, prepare yourself for a stressful situation. However, if you have a strategy, you can survive and thrive while waiting for your new kitchen to be completed

1-Ask about Hillcrest Cabinets Complimentary Mini Kitchen Setup.
2-Prep large meals and freeze them ahead of time.
3-BBQ! This will be the saving grace for most kitchen renos. Fire up the grill as often as possible.
4-Slow Cooker, knockout some pulled pork sandwiches or stews. This often underused kitchen gadget comes in handy when you don't have an oven.
5-Setup somewhere with a sink. Preferably a laundry room with deep sinks for washing dishes.
6-Disposable dinnerware, save some of the hassle and use disposable cutlery, plates, cups and bowls. Also try to use foil baking trays to save some cleanup.
7-Offer family a free meal if you let them cook it in their kitchen ;)
8-Treat yourself to dinner at a restaurant.
9-Hot plate in replacement of your stove top
10-Most notably always bare in mind the finsh line. Your end result will be well worth all the hassle.

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There is a large variance in cost when considering your kitchen and bathroom finishes.
Thermofoil kitchens often offer spectacular durability and diverse colour options. A smart choice for many areas of your home.
Painted options offer a more high end look. Also in the event it is damaged can be easily repaired. Painted MDF is a cost effective substrate for doors and panels. Durability is good. Painted wood far more durable than MDF. It should be mentioned that painted wood sometimes shows lines where the door joints are.
Stained kitchens are usually highest price and richest look.

Surely if you're reading this, you are looking at updating your kitchen or bathroom. This article will explain some general rules to follow when surveying North Bay's kitchen and bath market.

​Shaker Style Doors
Look past the host on your favourite cooking show and you will likely see shaker style doors. Whether it's painted, stained or natural wood... Shaker is classic and timeless.

Raised Panel Doors
Solid construction with soft curves. Mostly used for glazed or distressed kitchens.

Slab Style Doors
Ultra modern with straight clean lines.

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